Analyst, Diligence (Fall 2027)

K1 Investment Management; Manhattan Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) plans & Profit sharing

Volunteer opportunities

Onsite catering

Company outings

EV reimbursement

Job summary

K1 Investment Management is seeking a Private Equity Analyst in Manhattan Beach, CA, starting Fall 2027. You will evaluate potential investments, build financial models, and present to the Investment Committee as part of cross-functional deal teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong academic record, can multi-task, and demonstrates analytical and communication skills with integrity aligned to K1's core values. The development program trains analysts from diverse backgrounds into private equity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and implementation skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation of new investments and identify value levers post-close.
• Meet with senior executives, founders/CEOs, and advisors as a representative of K1.
• Build dynamic financial models and run proprietary analyses as part of deal teams.
• Present potential investments to the Investment Committee.

Skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Summary:

*Fall 2027 Start Date*

K1 is seeking a Private Equity Analyst to join the expanding Investment team for our office located in Manhattan Beach, CA. We are seeking a candidate with strong analytical and communication skills, the capacity to multi-task and the ability to work as part of a team.

The ideal candidate will be inquisitive and highly motivated, display initiative, work well under the direction of others and possess the ability to perform at a high level under pressure. The candidate will also be disciplined and of high integrity, adhering to K1's core values of Passion, Persistence, Humility and Excellence.

K1's proprietary internal development program trains powerful investment professionals directly out of school or laterally from non-traditional backgrounds, giving applicants the opportunity to enter Private Equity without having to start in Investment Banking.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a private equity analyst, you will be the tip of the spear, leading our efforts to evaluate new investments and identify key investment levers to drive value creation initiatives post-close
• You will be meeting with senior executive team members, founder/CEOs, and third-party advisors as part of your day-to-day - representing K1 and developing your career as a software investor
• Your day-to-day will also include building dynamic financial models, running proprietary analyses, and reviewing company provided materials as part of cross-functional deal teams
• You will present potential investments to K1's Investment Committee alongside deal team members
• You will collaborate with finance teams at portfolio companies to create quarterly and annual budgets
• You will coordinate data collection and diligence sessions with co-investors, lenders and other financing sources for potential future capital needs
• You will work collaboratively with deal teams, finance, accounting, legal and operations teams at K1

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree - first generation college students are encouraged to apply
• You have a strong academic career, regardless of subject matter
• You are adaptable,results-oriented, and have an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• You have excellent analytical, strategic, and implementation skills
• You are proactive and high-energy with a hands-on approach to problem solving
• You have anuncompromising attention to detail, work quality, ethics and integrity
• You adhere to K1's core values

Perks:

• Unlimited PTO, plus holidays
• 401(k) plans & Profit sharing
• Volunteer opportunities and intramural K1 sports teams
• Onsite catering with lunch served daily
• Company and team wide outings
• Electric vehicle reimbursement

About K1:

K1 is one of the largest investors in small-cap AI-powered software. Dedicated to transforming lives and industries by building category leaders in technology, K1 has invested in over 275 companies since inception.

Headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, the firm partners early with founders and management teams to build AI-powered, mission-critical systems of record for enterprise clients globally.

For more information, visitk1.comand followK1 Investment Managementon LinkedIn

As of the date of this posting, K1 Investment Management, LLC reasonably expects to pay $95,000 plus benefits and a competitive bonus for the position of Private Equity Analyst.

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